How to Paint an Antique Finish on Polished Brass
Adding an antique finish to brass gives the item a burnished, aged look. Antiquing finishes are available in a variety of colors and tones so that you can select the color you think will work best with your brass or your home décor. To antique brass, you must apply a finishing solution to the item, usually through submersion. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Mix the antique finish solution with water. A general ration is one part solution to 10 parts water, but you should check the directions on your antique finish product, because different solutions may have different mixing instructions. Wear rubber gloves and work in a well-ventilated area while you are working with the finishing solution.
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Place the brass item into the antiquing solution, and hold it under the surface for four to six minutes. Gently rub the surface of the brass item to pop any air bubbles that form. Remove the item from the solution.
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Rinse the brass item off, and remove any gritty particles with a scrubber sponge. If it is not dark enough, return the item to the solution for another four to six minutes. If the item is darker than what you want, scrub off all of the finish with the scrubber sponge and return it to the solution for a shorter time.
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Gently pat the finished item dry, making sure not to leave any drops, because they will cause dark spots on the item. If you want, you can now lacquer or wax the item to protect the finish.
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Tips & Warnings
You can buy antique finish for brass in a variety of colors at some hardware stores and big-box home improvement stores.
